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In the realm of delectable treats, Mrs. Welch’s Butter Tarts stand as a testament to culinary excellence. These heavenly morsels, often referred to as Canada’s national dessert, have captured the hearts and taste buds of generations with their irresistible combination of flaky pastry, velvety filling, and a tantalizing aroma that wafts through the air, beckoning one to indulge. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, embarking on a journey to find the ultimate recipe for Mrs. Welch’s Butter Tarts is an endeavor that promises both sweet rewards and a delightful adventure.

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MRS WELCH'S BUTTER TARTS



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A good friend, Mrs Welch, gave me this recipe in the mid 1970's. It's fail-proof, it's delicious, and it's quick-and-easy using ingredients I usually have on-hand.

Provided by Jan Mowbray

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Tarts     Fruit Tart Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

12 (3 inch) unbaked tart shells
¾ cup raisins
½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans
½ cup brown sugar
¼ cup corn syrup
3 tablespoons butter, softened
1 egg, beaten
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
⅛ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place tart shells on a baking sheet; sprinkle raisins and walnuts evenly between shells.
  • Whisk brown sugar, corn syrup, butter, egg, vanilla extract, and salt together in a bowl; pour mixture evenly over raisins and walnuts into tart shells.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until filling is set and crust is golden, about 35 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 284 calories, Carbohydrate 40.7 g, Cholesterol 23.4 mg, Fat 13 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 144.6 mg, Sugar 19.6 g

MRS WELCH'S BUTTER TARTS



Mrs Welch's Butter Tarts image

A good friend, Mrs Welch, gave me this recipe in the mid 1970's. It's fail-proof, it's delicious, and it's quick-and-easy using ingredients I usually have on-hand.

Provided by Jan Mowbray

Categories     Fruit Tarts

Time 45m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

12 (3 inch) unbaked tart shells
¾ cup raisins
½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans
½ cup brown sugar
¼ cup corn syrup
3 tablespoons butter, softened
1 egg, beaten
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
⅛ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place tart shells on a baking sheet; sprinkle raisins and walnuts evenly between shells.
  • Whisk brown sugar, corn syrup, butter, egg, vanilla extract, and salt together in a bowl; pour mixture evenly over raisins and walnuts into tart shells.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until filling is set and crust is golden, about 35 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 284 calories, Carbohydrate 40.7 g, Cholesterol 23.4 mg, Fat 13 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 144.6 mg, Sugar 19.6 g

Tips:

  • Use real butter: Butter is the key ingredient in butter tarts, so don't skimp on the quality. Use unsalted butter so you can control the amount of salt in the filling.
  • Don't overmix the dough: Overmixing the dough will make it tough. Mix it just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Chill the dough before rolling it out: Chilling the dough will make it easier to roll out and prevent it from shrinking in the oven.
  • Use a muffin tin with removable bottoms: This will make it easy to remove the butter tarts from the tin without breaking them.
  • Don't overfill the tart shells: The filling will expand as it bakes, so don't fill the tart shells more than two-thirds full.
  • Bake the butter tarts until the filling is set and the crust is golden brown: The filling should be firm to the touch and the crust should be a deep golden brown.
  • Let the butter tarts cool before serving: The filling will continue to set as it cools, so let the butter tarts cool for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Conclusion:

Butter tarts are a classic Canadian dessert that is enjoyed by people of all ages. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Whether you like them plain or with raisins, nuts, or other fillings, butter tarts are sure to be a hit at your next gathering.

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